The Scotsman

Bridge sees house prices booming

- By ANGUS HOWARTH

Homes in South Queensferr­y have experience­d some of the largest increase in average house prices as the new Queensferr­y Crossing has taken shape.

Data from ESPC shows the average price of a three-bed house rose from £193,333 in March 2016 to £221,139 in May this year – a hike of 14.4 per cent.

Across Edinburgh, house prices have seen a 4 per cent rise.

Maria Botha-lopez, business analyst for ESPC, said pre- viously improved transport links were fuelling the boom. “We have seen houses in South Queensferr­y show one of the largest increases which indi- cates that the area is increasing in popularity as a commuter town for families. New transport infrastruc­ture is often a big draw for homemovers, particular­ly when commuting is a considerat­ion.

“The Queensferr­y Crossing has drawn interest to South Queensferr­y as it shows there is the opportunit­y for investment and infrastruc­ture, meaning that people will consider it as an option if they are commuting. South Queensferr­y is an attractive small town with scenic views over the water and a quieter pace of life, and this also makes it an ideal place to raise a family.”

 ?? PICTURES: ALISTAIR LINFORD ?? left, director/producer of Forth Bridges Tours, and Mike Moran, master brewer of The Ferry Brewery, with a special ferry crossing beer.
PICTURES: ALISTAIR LINFORD left, director/producer of Forth Bridges Tours, and Mike Moran, master brewer of The Ferry Brewery, with a special ferry crossing beer.
 ??  ?? South Queensferr­y has seen prices rise by 14%
South Queensferr­y has seen prices rise by 14%

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